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Main Relay (Tercel & Van)

  1. Using an ohmmeter, check for continuity between terminals 1 and 3. Check for no continuity between terminals 2 and 4. If relay does not test as good, replace relay.
  2. Connect a 12-volt battery positive lead to terminal 1 and a negative lead to terminal 3. Using an ohmmeter, check for continuity between terminals 2 and 4. If no continuity, replace relay.
Fig 1: Tercel & Van Main Relay Relay is under right side of dash on Van.
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Fig 2: Checking Starlet Wiring Harness
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